School Overview
Sterling Middle School is located at 1177 Pawnee Street in Sterling, Colorado, and serves as a key educational institution within the RE-1 Valley School District. The school provides a focused learning environment for students in the middle grades, emphasizing both academic development and personal growth during these formative years. As a central part of the Sterling community, the school is dedicated to preparing its students for the transition to high school by offering a curriculum designed to build foundational skills in core subjects while fostering social responsibility.

Beyond its academic offerings, Sterling Middle School prioritizes creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities and school programs. By maintaining a connection to the local Sterling community, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students develop critical thinking, character, and school spirit. The facility on Pawnee Street acts as a community hub that supports the educational needs of the local youth and emphasizes the importance of a collaborative partnership between staff, families, and the student body.
399
Total Students
17.2
Full-Time Teachers
23.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sterling Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White246
Hispanic127
Black10
Asian3
Two or More9
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    246 (61.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    127 (31.8 %)
  • Black
    10 (2.5 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (2.3 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: School District No. Re-1 Valley
Phone: (970)522-1041
Website: http://re1valleyco.sites.thrillshare.com/o/sterling-middle-school
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 399
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 203
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 26
Grades Taught
Grade 6 141
Grade 7 122
Grade 8 136

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sterling Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6141
Grade 7122
Grade 8136
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sterling Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18245.6%
Male21754.4%